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Question: Hi, I am suffering from chronic constipation. I have been on cremalax now for almost 7-8 years.....my digestive system has gone for a toss...can't seem to digest anything and now havn't been able to pass properly since 2-3 days despite cremalax...please advise
Brief Answer:
To rule out local anal lesion
Detailed Answer:
Namasthe
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Chronic constipation in an adult is likely to be due to following
1. Low fibre diet
2. Decreased intake of water
3. Presence of lesion of anus and rectum: Painful lesion like anal fissure
Before embarking on blind empirical treatment its advisable to undergo thorough evaluation by General Surgeon/Gastroenterlogist
I would suggest you the following
1. Plenty of oral fluids: 2-3 liter of water a day. 1 glass of water 1 hour before meals and 1 glass of water 1 hour after every feeds will ensure sufficient intake of water.
2. High fibre diet: 2 servings of vegetable salad and fruits everyday
3. Oral Laxatives:: Try syrup lactulose , to start with 5ml twice a day.
4. Avoid food stuffs containing maida like bread, biscuits
I would like to have additional information
1. Is there pain while passing stools?
2 Is there bleeding while paasing stools
In case you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you happy and healthy life
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr T Shobha Deepak
MBBS,MD
To rule out local anal lesion
Detailed Answer:
Namasthe
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Chronic constipation in an adult is likely to be due to following
1. Low fibre diet
2. Decreased intake of water
3. Presence of lesion of anus and rectum: Painful lesion like anal fissure
Before embarking on blind empirical treatment its advisable to undergo thorough evaluation by General Surgeon/Gastroenterlogist
I would suggest you the following
1. Plenty of oral fluids: 2-3 liter of water a day. 1 glass of water 1 hour before meals and 1 glass of water 1 hour after every feeds will ensure sufficient intake of water.
2. High fibre diet: 2 servings of vegetable salad and fruits everyday
3. Oral Laxatives:: Try syrup lactulose , to start with 5ml twice a day.
4. Avoid food stuffs containing maida like bread, biscuits
I would like to have additional information
1. Is there pain while passing stools?
2 Is there bleeding while paasing stools
In case you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you happy and healthy life
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr T Shobha Deepak
MBBS,MD
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